June 2020 list by Donalee Jacobs
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Bezonomics
by Brian Dumaine
A revelatory and unbiased assessment of Amazon’s world-dominating business model explores how the strategies of Jeff Bezos are impacting the lives of every American consumer while prompting competitors to imitate or outfox Amazon examples.
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Countdown 1945
by Chris Wallace
A Fox News Sunday anchor and a Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist present a behind-the-scenes account of the secret meetings, global events, leadership decisions and civilian realities that led to the Hiroshima bombing.
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Dare to Fly: Simple Lessons in Never Giving Up
by Martha McSally
The first American woman combat jet pilot and Arizona Senator presents a motivational life guide that explains how she overcame formidable boundaries by following a set of key principles based on making courage a choice.
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Democracy in One Book or Less
by David Litt
Citing the increased voting restrictions and fall in competitive Congressional districts behind major changes to democracy in America, the former White House speechwriter and author of Thanks, Obama outlines strategies for reclaiming representation for all citizens.
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Fly into the Wind
by Dan Rooney
A decorated F-16 fighter pilot and author of A Patriot’s Calling shares the philosophy that has guided him toward a life filled with faith, purpose and connection.
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The Lincoln Conspiracy
by Brad Meltzer
The best-selling authors of The First Conspiracy share the lesser-known story of the 1861 assassination attempt on the 16th president by a secret pro-Southern society that organized an elaborate plot targeting a newly elected Lincoln on his inaugural train journey.
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One Drum: Stories and Ceremonies for a Planet
by Richard Wagamese
One Drum draws from the foundational teachings of Ojibway tradition, the Grandfather Teachings. Focusing specifically on the lessons of humility, respect and courage, the volume contains simple ceremonies that anyone anywhere can do, alone or in a group, to foster harmony and connection.
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Team of Five: The Presidents Club in the Age of Trump
by Kate Andersen Brower
The best-selling author of The Residence and First Women goes beyond the White House to uncover what, exactly, comes after the presidency, offering a glimpse into the complex relationships of five former presidents and taking us inside the exclusive world of these powerful men and their families.
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24: Life Stories and Lessons From the Say Hey Kid
by Willie Mays
A man widely regarded as one of the greatest all-around players in baseball history reflects on his lifetime of experience meeting challenges with positivity, integrity and triumph.
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United States of Socialism
by Dinesh D'Souza
The best-selling author of Illiberal Education contrasts the socialist ideologies of today’s American progressives against such historical examples as Lenin, Mao and Castro, arguing that socialism has abandoned the working class in favor of trend politics.
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What Makes a Marriage Last
by Marlo Thomas and Phil Donahue
The Presidential Medal of Freedom-winning actress and activist and the Emmy Award-winning Donahue host share intimate, engaging conversations with celebrity couples, from Sting and Trudy Styler to Billy and Janice Crystal, that illuminate the secrets of a healthy marriage.
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